Frequently Asked Questions

Our Mission

Because we all write, the mission of the Writers’ Workshop is to support any member of the UMD campus community who seeks to become a better writer. The Workshop facilitates collaborative conversations with writers at any level and at any stage in the writing process in order to uncover strategies for effective communication. Those who participate in such conversations engage in the continuing process of appreciating and developing the complex skill and the intricate art of the well-written word.

The Writers' Workshop

Supported by the Office of Academic Affairs, the Writers’ Workshop opened its doors on September 3, 2013. The Workshop offers one-to-one sessions with 15 graduate and faculty consultants through partnerships with the College of Liberal Arts, Swenson College of Science and Engineering, Academic English Language Program, Instructional Development Services, and Writing Studies.

Because we all write, the Writers’ Workshop is dedicated to helping any member of the UMD campus community committed to improving and developing as a writer. Our writing consultants are available for collaborative conversations on any number of topics. For example, they can help you: